Vocab
A person who owes loyalty to a particular nation and is entitled to all its rights and protections.
Citizen
The willingness to work for the good of the nation or community even at a great sacrifice.
Civic virtue
What is a citizen?
A citizen is someone who is loyal to a certain country, and is entitled to that country's rights and protection.
Does the resident alien have a right to vote?
No, voting is a right reserved for citizens only.
To grant citizenship to a person who has met official requirements for becoming a citizen.
Naturalized
A feeling of love and devotion to one's country.
Patriotism
What is civil virtue?
Civic virtue is willingness to work for the good of this community or nation even is great sacrifice.
What are the main responsibilities of the United States Citizen?
Remain informed, obey laws, vote, serve on juries and volunteering.
A person who enters another country in order to settle there.
Immigrant
A duty or task one is expected to carry out.
Responsibility
What are some ways a citizen can stay informed about public issues?
A citizen can stay informed by watching the news and reading newspapers or magazines.
What might be the reason behind the declining number of citizens who wote?
Some citizens believe that one single vote cast among so many millions does not really make a difference.
A person living in a country where he or she is not a citizen.
Resident Alien
Understanding when something is serious and acting appropriately.
Respect
Explain how an immigrant can become a naturalized citizen?
Spend time as a resident alien, evidence of good character, and knowledge of the United States.